Adult Myofunctional Therapy: Sleep Apnea, TMJ & Snoring Solutions
Stop managing symptoms. Start treating the root cause with specialized, medical-based therapy from Mequon’s only Certified Orofacial Myologist.
Expert Myofunctional Therapy in Mequon: It Is Never Too Late to Retrain Your Muscles
Many adults in the Milwaukee area believe that because they are older, their oral habits are "set in stone." This is false. Thanks to neuroplasticity, your muscles can learn new patterns at any age.
Whether you are suffering from chronic jaw pain, struggling with a CPAP machine, or watching your teeth shift back after braces, the root cause is often the same: Orofacial Myofunctional Disorder (OMD).
At Mequon Speech & Learning Connection, we bring specialized adult care to Wisconsin. We help you strengthen the muscles of the mouth and throat to treat the dysfunction, not just manage the symptoms.
Targeted Treatments for Sleep Apnea, Snoring, and TMJ in Adults
1. Sleep Apnea & Snoring (Airway Health):
If you have Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) or are a chronic snorer, your throat muscles may be collapsing during sleep.
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The Solution: We teach you specific sleep apnea exercises (Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy) to tone and tighten the airway walls.
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The Result: Research shows OMT can reduce apnea events by up to 50% and help you stop snoring naturally, often serving as a powerful adjunct to CPAP therapy or oral appliances.
2. TMJ Pain & Headaches (Tension Relief):
Do you wake up with a sore jaw, neck tension, or headaches? This is often caused by bruxism (clenching/grinding) or an improper swallow that engages the jaw muscles instead of the throat muscles.
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The Solution: We retrain your tongue to rest on the roof of the mouth, which naturally separates the teeth and relaxes the jaw.
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The Result: Significant TMJ relief without medication or surgery.
3. Orthodontic Relapse (Smile Protection):
Did you have braces as a teen, only to see your teeth shifting back now?
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The Solution: You likely have an adult tongue thrust. If your tongue pushes against your teeth every time you swallow (approx. 1,000 times a day), it will move them.
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The Result: We correct the swallow pattern so your tongue acts as a "natural retainer," protecting your smile investment.
Why Milwaukee Adults Choose a Certified Orofacial Myologist Over General Dentistry
You may be wondering, "Why shouldn't I just see my dentist for this?"
Dentists are the architects of the mouth—they are experts in structure (teeth and bones).
We are the engineers of the mouth—we are experts in function (muscles and movement).
As the only Certified Orofacial Myologist in Milwaukee with a clinical background in Speech-Language Pathology, we bridge the gap that traditional dentistry often misses:
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We treat the Swallow: A dentist cannot legally treat dysphagia (swallowing disorders). We can.
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We treat Speech: Many adults have a subtle lisp or "slushy" speech they’ve been self-conscious about for years. Because we are SLPs, we can fix the articulation error while we fix the tongue posture—giving you clearer, more confident professional communication.
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We treat the Whole Person: We don't view your jaw pain, snoring, and speech as three separate problems. We see them as one interconnected system and treat the whole person. We collaborate with your ENT and sleep doctor to ensure you get a comprehensive, medical-based solution.
Partner with Milwaukee’s Certified Orofacial Myologist for Adult Myofunctional Therapy in Mequon
The Medical Solution Your Dentist Can’t Provide
Your jaw pain and snoring aren’t just "teeth" problems—they are muscle problems. While dental providers focus on structure, Mequon Speech & Learning focuses on function. We bridge the critical gap between dentistry and medicine to solve Adult Myofunctional Disorders at the source.
Don’t settle for partial care. Choose the specialized, Certified Airway Therapy that Milwaukee professionals trust to protect their sleep and their smile.
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Email: office@mequonspeech.com
📚 Related Articles for Adults:
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Tired of Tossing and Turning? A Solution for Mequon Adults Beyond the CPAP – How OMT strengthens the airway naturally.
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Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy for Adults: Correcting Oral Habits for Better Health – Why it is never too late to retrain your muscles.
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Specialized Care for Adults: Which Services Apply to You? – A breakdown of our adult-specific therapies.